Empowering Working Parents to Achieve Better Balance Between Work and Caring for Children
Balancing work with taking care of children can often feel like a challenge, and the ripple effects of the coronavirus pandemic made that balance much more difficult for many Utah families. The events of the past two years have elevated the child care and family policy discussion, and the business community has a unique opportunity […]
State of Inflation Town Hall
Inflation hit another high in February 2022, marking the worst numbers since 1982 for American consumers. The new number, measured by the Consumer Price Index, sits at 7.9 percent. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated that the Fed is prepared to accelerate interest rate increases to combat inflation. The Salt Lake Chamber, Senator Mike Lee, […]
WEBINAR: A Federal Briefing on the Russia-Ukraine War
As Ukraine continues to defend itself against an unprovoked and unjustified invasion by Russia, the spiraling consequences of this conflict are impacting trade, travel, supply chains, and more. During the briefing with Senator Mitt Romney and local business leaders provided a strategic geopolitical assessment of the conflict and what business and community leaders should know […]
Business Watch: 2022 Legislative Updates – Recap
As the legislative session concluded last Friday, passed bills are now making their way to Governor Cox for his signature or veto. Over the past 45-days, the legislature passed 513 bills and a record $25 billion budget, with a significant increase in education funding, historical investment in infrastructure and water conservation, notable social services, and […]
WEBINAR: What Utah Businesses Must Do for Data Privacy and Security
The webinar What Utah Businesses Must Do for Data Privacy and Security discussed what businesses will face in 2022 and what they need to do to protect their data. Cybersecurity expert, Kevin Taylor of Comcast, shared more on: The increase in cybercrime in Utah Where Utah businesses are most vulnerable Why remote working and online […]
Utah’s Economic Might and the State of the Union
President Biden’s State of The Union Address focused on several Salt Lake Chamber priorities we have championed for the state. Utah’s economic example continues to lead the nation and the President echoed many principles we share and advocate. Foremost among these was his call to usher in new investment for emerging technologies and American manufacturing. […]
Business Watch: 2022 Legislative Updates – Week 6
We are 86% through the legislative session, and the last day – March 4th – will soon be upon us. The bottom line is bills are moving very fast through both the House and the Senate toward quick final passage. Governor Cox continues to sign some bills into law, and a sense of urgency permeates […]
Business Watch: 2022 Legislative Updates – Week 5
As we complete week five of the legislative session, bills are moving fast through committees and onto the House and Senate floors for votes. One bill of business importance is HB 60 S2, Vaccine Passport Amendments, as it would prohibit an employer from requiring proof of immunity status in employment. After discussion in the House […]
Equality Utah: Creating a Culture of Love and Belonging
“We live everyday of our lives, but we only have one life. And if we show up as our most authentic selves, we’re leading by example to our coworkers, peers and friends.” Olivia Jaramillo, Director of Public Outreach at Equality Utah, knows first-hand what it’s like to truly embrace her most authentic self. While serving […]
Business Watch: 2022 Legislative Updates – Week 4
We reached the halfway point of the 2022 Legislative Session this week, and much debate was had in committees. Also, the legislature passed another tax cut with a historic inclusion of the earned income tax credit (EITC) for Utah. Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber, published an op-ed this week on […]